Library Rules

  • While entering the library except laptops, readers are not allowed to carry their personal belongings (bags, brief-cases, parcels etc.). Their belongings should be deposited at the security counter.
  • Always carry your library membership card when you visit the library, failing so will forbid your entry to library.
  • Use of cell phone and smoking inside the library is strictly prohibited.
  • Library’s photocopying services are fee based and the users must comply with relevant copyright legislation.
  • Books or other materials taken from the stacks should not be re-shelved by the readers. Please leave it on the tables to avoid misfiling. Remember that a book misplaced is a book lost.
  • Readers should not deface, mark, cut, mutilate or damage library material in any way. If anyone is found doing so, he/she will be charged with the full replacement cost of damaged material and may lead to suspension of library account and be barred from entering the library.
  • Readers should maintain peace in the library and should not disturb other users in any way. Loud discussions are allowed only in the discussion area.
  • Library’s computing facilities and database access is meant for AU faculty members, students, staff and registered library members only.
  • Readers are requested to handle the Library property carefully to avoid damage.
    Readers leaving the library should allow the library/security staff to examine their personal belongings